Overview
- LeBron James was chosen as a Western Conference reserve for the first time, extending his All-Star appearance streak to 22 seasons.
- First-time All-Stars include Jalen Johnson, Jalen Duren, Norman Powell, Jamal Murray, Chet Holmgren and Deni Avdija.
- The league confirmed a new format featuring three teams—two U.S. squads and one international—playing 12-minute games before a 12-minute final.
- Reserves were selected by NBA head coaches, with seven players named per conference.
- The All-Star event will be staged at the Intuit Dome, Giannis Antetokounmpo is injured and will be replaced, and the host Clippers had no players selected.